Dietary Supplement. Mood & relaxation. 5-HTP for serotonin production. Plus L-theanine, lemon balm, saffron and holy basil. Double Potency 5-HTP Extra is a comprehensive formula designed to support and relaxation. Central to this formulation is 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), a naturally occurring amino acid that is the immediate precursor of Serotonin. This plant derived compound sourced from the Griffonia simplicifolia, a climbing shrub native to West and Central Africa, helps the body to naturally produce this hormone, helping you attain an improved state of well-being. To complement the benefits of 5-HTP, this product also features L-Theanine that helps to increase alpha brain waves thereby supporting relaxation of the mind and body. this product also includes other botanicals such as Holy Basil and Damiana that have been used in traditional mood formulas and are known for their adaptogenic properties. This product can be taken daily to help support mood and relaxation, and in doing so, helps promote a more balanced state of mind.